Shopping bag: Sonic Alert Sweetheart clock

The Sweetheart alarm clock from Sonic Alert ($42.95) looks sweet with its pink heart shape, but it may be one of the most jarring alarms we've heard -- not only is it extra loud (113 decibels), but it includes a 12-volt bed shaker. To rouse really sound sleepers, place the clock out of reach -- so your child can't hit the snooze button. Also available is the Sonic Bomb, with all the same bells and whistles (and the same price) but a more neutral look, so guys will like it, too. (Note: You can adjust the decibel level.) Buy it at www.sonicalert.com; see how it works at www.youtube.com/sonicboomclocks.

-- Dianna Hunt

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